Recall 21V302000: 2021 Hyundai Elantra
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 28, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 1,464
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Hyundai Motor America (Hyundai) is recalling certain 2021 Elantra vehicles. The driver and front passenger seat back recliners may have been improperly welded.
The risk
An improperly welded seat back recliner could separate from the seat back frame during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the seat back frame assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2021. Owners may contact Hyundai customer service at 1-888-371-9460. Hyundai's number for this recall is 204.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V302000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 204
- Manufacturer
- Hyundai Motor America
- Owner letters
- Jun 21, 2021
- Components
- Seats:front assembly:recliner (Seats & Seat Belts)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology